Even off the cricket field, MS Dhoni knows how to make headlines. Recently, the legendary former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain was spotted in the United States, enjoying some well-earned downtime with close friends. After bowing out of IPL 2024 in a dramatic final league-stage loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Dhoni has kept fans guessing about his future in the game.As anticipation builds for his potential return next season, the cricketing icon remains silent on whether he’ll step back onto the field.
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Franchise owners on edge: Will the new Retention Policy shake up IPL 2025 plans?

Swapping cricket fields for football stadiums, MS Dhoni was recently spotted enjoying some American football action with his friends in Michigan. Away from the usual cricket frenzy, Dhoni’s relaxed outing was captured in a video collage shared by his friend Hitesh Sanghvi, showing the legendary former India captain seated in the stands, taking in the NFL atmosphere.
“Fun trip to michigan for American football and back…….with these amazing people,” Sanghvi posted on Instagram. (via News 18)

Could Dhoni Return as an Uncapped Player for IPL 2025? Let’s find it out

As reported by Cricbuzz, the BCCI is contemplating a controversial move to classify retired international players as uncapped. With IPL 2025 player regulations and retention policies yet to be confirmed, Dhoni has expressed that he will wait to review the rules before deciding if he wants to continue playing.
“There is a lot of time for it. We have to see what decision they take on player retention etc. Right now, the ball is not in our court. So, once the rules and regulations get formalised, I will take a call, but needs to be in the best interest of the team,” Dhoni mentioned at a promotional event in Hyderabad earlier in August this year.
Meanwhile, franchise owners are on edge, eagerly awaiting the BCCI’s release of the new retention policy. The anticipation is building as there are growing speculations that the announcement might be delayed until the end of the month. This delay could impact strategic decisions and team planning, leaving fans and franchise officials alike in suspense about the upcoming season’s dynamics.
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